Payroll Officer

Hourly rate: Up to $44 per hour + super
Location: Sydney, CBD (Hyrbid)
Start date: as soon as possible, subject to standard background checks (approximately 2 to 3 weeks)
Contract length: Initial one month temporary assignment, with potential to extend depending on business needs
Visa: WHV visa encouraged to apply

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Lotus People are proud to be partnering with a global financial services organisation with operations spanning eight countries and close to 700 employees worldwide. Known for a fast paced, collaborative culture, the finance team is friendly and supportive while maintaining high standards and getting things done. 

ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Global Payroll Manager, you will join a lean payroll team responsible for delivering accurate, compliant payroll across the organisation's global workforce. You will take ownership of day to day payroll processing, from new starter setup through to reconciliations, working closely with the Global Payroll Manager and Payroll Analyst to keep everything running smoothly during a short term coverage period.

DUTIES

• Process end to end monthly and semi monthly payroll for employees across eight global locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation
• Set up new employees within the payroll system
• Manage payroll change templates, timesheets and records ahead of each payroll run
• Resolve employee payroll queries via the payroll inbox in a timely, professional manner
• Reconcile superannuation, workers compensation premiums and other payroll deductions
• Support the Global Payroll Manager during annual and half yearly external audits
• Maintain and update payroll procedure documentation

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 2 to 3 years of experience in a payroll officer or payroll administration role
• Demonstrated experience using a payroll system
• Excel skills and outstanding attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage confidential information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working within a global organisation and/or a financial services background

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS
At Lotus People, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process.

Every application we receive is reviewed by a real person, never by AI. If your experience aligns with the requirements of the role, a consultant will be in touch within 2–3 business days for an initial phone screen. Shortlisted candidates will then proceed to a virtual interview with the consultant managing the role.

Due to the volume of applications and the specific nature of our briefs, we are unable to take phone enquiries about roles before an application is submitted. We ask that all interested candidates please apply online and wait to hear from us. Rest assured, we respond to every applicant, regardless of the outcome, so you will not be left wondering.

Lotus People are proud to have been awarded Best Agency for Candidate Experience for five consecutive years. We look forward to providing you with a positive and respectful experience.